Throwback Tuesday: Revisiting the Flames series victory over the Red Wings in 2004

On Wednesday, the Calgary Flames head to Detroit to face the Red Wings for the first time this season. Over 20 years ago, the Flames finished with a 42-30-7-3 record in the 2003-04 season, finishing sixth in the Western Conference with 94 points, fiv

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Flames News & Rumors: Backlund, Pelletier & Wolf

In this latest edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, the Flames have signed Mikael Backlund to a contract extension and named him captain. Meanwhile, the Flames have provided an…

Published: 1 year ago

Flames sign Mikael Backlund to 2-year extension, name him captain

The Calgary Flames have signed centre Mikael Backlund to a two-year contract extension and named him the 21st captain in franchise history.

Published: 1 year ago

Flames, Mikael Backlund agree to 2-year extension: Why did he decide to stay?

The Calgary Flames and Mikael Backlund agreed to a two-year extension, the team announced Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know: The deal carries an average annual value of around $4.5 million, per reports. In 82 game with the Flames last season

Published: 1 year ago

Bleacher Report mistakenly puts Calgary skyline in Lillard trade pic

Could the Milwaukee Bucks be headed to Calgary? That was the joke several fans had after a Bleacher Report graphic was posted to X featuring Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo and recently acquired Damian Lillard posing together for a picture.

Published: 1 year ago

The Calgary Flames have re-signed and named Mikael Backlund as their newest captain

One of the most anticipated announcements with the power to send ripples of excitement through the Calgary Flames’ fan base has finally arrived. The Calgary Flames have named its newest captain: Mikael Backlund. The Flames have played the past two

Published: 1 year ago

Watch Live: Flames GM Craig Conroy, new captain Mikael Backlund speak to media

After coming to terms on a two-year extension, Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy and newly named captain Mikael Backlund will speak to the media.

Published: 1 year ago

Calgary Flames announce Mikael Backlund extension and name him captain

The Calgary Flames’ longest-tenured current player will remain with the franchise for awhile yet. The club officially announced on Wednesday afternoon a two-year contract extension for forward Mikael Backlund, spanning the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seaso

Published: 1 year ago

Flames moving in right direction again by putting faith in Backlund

Any day now, Mikael Backlund will sign an extension with the Flames and what will follow is his unveiling as captain as it’s starting to feel like things are moving in the right direction again in Calgary.

Published: 1 year ago

Flames’ Pelletier Injury Situation Could Lead to Kessel Signing

Calgary Flames fans were left holding their breath after Jakob Pelletier went down on the ice in pain after taking a crushing hit from Seattle Kraken forward Marian Studenic on…

Published: 1 year ago

Report: Calgary Flames to sign Mikael Backlund to two-year contract

Backlund signs two-year deal after speculation regarding his future with the Flames.

Published: 1 year ago

Flames Signing Mikael Backlund to 2-Year, $9 Million Extension

The post Flames Signing Mikael Backlund to 2-Year, $9 Million Extension appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Calgary Flames and Mikael Backlund close to sealing a two-year contract extension with an AAV around $4.5 million. The post Flames Signing Mika

Published: 1 year ago

Report: Calgary Flames and Mikael Backlund closing in on two year extension ($4.5 million AAV)

It certainly seems as if the Calgary Flames have found their captain. Multiple insiders are reporting that the club and forward Mikael Backlund are closing in on a two year extension with a $4.5 million cap hit. Once finalized, expect Mikael Backlund

Published: 1 year ago